4.8
58 Ratings with 41 written Reviews
Summary
Hand surgery is the focus of Dr. James Higgins's practice. He treats stenosing tenosynovitis, osteoarthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome, and performs bursa aspiration and bursa injection. Dr. Higgins has practiced orthopedic surgery for 30 years and is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, Medstar Harbor Hospital, and Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, among others.
Board-certified in plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, he earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed residency training at Strong Memorial Hospital, University of Rochester, and Union Memorial Hospital. He sees patients in Baltimore, Maryland. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Higgins 4.84 out of 5.
Board-certified in plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, he earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed residency training at Strong Memorial Hospital, University of Rochester, and Union Memorial Hospital. He sees patients in Baltimore, Maryland. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Higgins 4.84 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 30 years of experience
- speaks English
- Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester
- 41 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
3333 North Calvert Street NHC 200
3333 North Calvert Street The Curtis National Hand Center, Suite 200Baltimore, MD 21218 Tel: (410) 235-5405
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| James Higgins, MD | Dr. Eric J. Feuchtbaum, MD | Dr. Richard M. Smith, MD | Dr. Joseph Layug, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 30 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Baltimore , MD | Bethesda , MD | Owings Mills , MD | Columbia , MD |
| Med School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine | Med School: Drexel University College of Medicine | Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by James Higgins
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Medical Specialties
James Higgins has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
James Higgins has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
James Higgins holds an expired medical license in the states of Maryland and District Of Columbia. They are board certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Maryland that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2024.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester, Union Mem Hosp, Surgery Of The Hand-Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Plastic Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, General Surgery, and Union Memorial Hospital Program.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny in 1996 and University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1996.
NPI Number
James Higgins' NPI number is 1144284357.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does James Higgins speak?
- James Higgins speaks English.
- Where is James Higgins's office located?
- James Higgins's office is located at 3333 North Calvert Street The Curtis National Hand Center, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD, 21218.
- Is James Higgins accepting new patients?
- James Higgins is accepting new patients on Vitals. View James Higgins's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does James Higgins accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that James Higgins accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is James Higgins affiliated with?
- James Higgins is affiliated with Medstar Harbor Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, and Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital.
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